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Back-to-School Safety Tips for Florida Drivers
August in Florida means back to school. It also means school zones are active, yellow buses are on the road, and inexperienced teen drivers are driving to high school. For commuters, this means mor...
What Happens If the At-Fault Driver Doesn't Speak English?
Miami is a melting pot of cultures and languages. It is very common to be involved in a car accident where the other driver does not speak English. While this is a fact of life in South Florida, it...
Whiplash After a Car Accident: Symptoms, Treatment, and Compensation
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries from car accidents, yet it's also one of the most misunderstood. Despite being sometimes dismissed as a minor injury, whiplash can cause significant, lon...
Hit and Run Accidents in Miami: Your Rights and Options
Few things are more frustrating and frightening than being injured by a driver who flees the scene without stopping. Hit and run accidents happen far too often in Miami and throughout South Florida...
Florida's No-Fault Insurance System Explained: What Every Driver Must Know
Florida is one of only a handful of states that operates under a "no-fault" auto insurance system. While this system was designed to provide quick compensation for accident victims and reduce litig...
Rear-End Collision in Florida: Who Is Always at Fault?
There's a common belief that in a rear-end collision, the driver in back is always at fault. While this is true in many cases, Florida law doesn't make fault automatic. Understanding how fault work...
Rental Car Accidents in Florida: Who Pays for Your Injuries?
Florida welcomes millions of tourists every year, many of whom rent cars to explore the state. When rental car accidents happen—and they happen frequently—complex questions arise about insurance co...
Hurricane Season and Car Accidents: Who Is Liable in Bad Weather?
From June to November, Florida drivers face torrential downpours, high winds, and flooded streets. Hurricane season brings a spike in traffic accidents. A common misconception is that if an acciden...
T-Bone Accidents at Florida Intersections: Proving Liability
T-bone accidents, also called broadside or side-impact collisions, occur when the front of one vehicle strikes the side of another, forming a "T" shape. These crashes most commonly happen at inters...
What to Do Immediately After a Car Accident in Florida
The moments after a car accident in Florida can be overwhelming and confusing. Your heart is racing, adrenaline is pumping, and you may not know what to do next. But the actions you take in these c...
Understanding Comparative Negligence in Florida After HB 837
In March 2023, Florida fundamentally changed how fault affects your ability to recover compensation after an accident. The state shifted from a "pure comparative negligence" system to "modified com...
Holiday Traffic and DUI Accidents: Staying Safe on Florida Roads
The holiday season—from Thanksgiving to New Year's—is a time of celebration. Unfortunately, in Florida, it is also the deadliest time of year on our roads. Increased congestion, stressed drivers, a...
Teen Driver Accidents in Florida: Parental Liability and Recovery
Car accidents involving teenage drivers present unique legal issues, particularly around parental liability. In Florida, parents can be held financially responsible when their minor child causes an...
Distracted Driving Accidents in Miami: Texting, GPS, and Liability
Distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of car accidents in Miami and throughout Florida. Every day, drivers take their eyes off the road to send texts, check social media, program...
Florida Car Accident Police Reports: How to Obtain and Use Them
After a car accident in Florida, the police report is one of the most important documents for your insurance claim or personal injury case. This official record contains critical details about the...
The Most Dangerous Intersections in Miami: Accident Data & Safety
Miami traffic is legendary for the wrong reasons. But some spots are worse than others. Certain intersections in our city see hundreds of crashes every year due to poor design, heavy volume, or con...
Uber Eats and DoorDash Delivery Accidents: Driver and Company Liability
The food delivery explosion has put thousands of drivers on Florida roads, rushing to bring meals to hungry customers. Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub, and other platforms have transformed how we eat—...
How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit in Florida? (2024 Update)
If you've been injured in a car accident in Florida, one of the most important things you need to know is your deadline to file a lawsuit. Thanks to Florida's 2023 tort reform law (HB 837), this de...
Florida Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Protect Yourself
Florida has one of the highest rates of uninsured drivers in the nation. Estimates suggest that more than 1 in 5 drivers on our roads have no bodily injury insurance whatsoever. If one of them hits...
Injured in an Accident as an Undocumented Immigrant? Know Your Rights in Florida
Florida is home to a vibrant immigrant community. Unfortunately, when undocumented residents are injured in car accidents, slip and falls, or workplace incidents, they often suffer in silence. They...
Parking Lot Accidents and Injuries: Who Is Liable?
Parking lots and garages might seem like low-risk environments, but they're actually the sites of numerous accidents and injuries every year. Fender benders between vehicles, pedestrians struck whi...
Florida's Tort Reform (HB 837): How It Changes Personal Injury Cases in 2024
In March 2023, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 837 into law, fundamentally changing how personal injury cases work in the Sunshine State. If you've been injured in an accident, thes...
DUI Accidents in Florida: Holding Drunk Drivers Accountable
Being injured by a drunk driver is devastating. You did everything right, and someone else's reckless decision to drink and drive turned your life upside down. The anger, frustration, and sense of...
Tourist Accidents in Florida: What to Do If You're Injured on Vacation
Florida is the vacation capital of the world. But for some, the dream trip turns into a nightmare due to a car crash, a slip and fall at a theme park, or a hotel injury. Dealing with a legal claim...
Florida Dram Shop Laws: Can I Sue a Bar After a Drunk Driving Accident?
Drunk driving accidents are 100% preventable tragedies. When a drunk driver causes injury or death, they face criminal charges and civil liability. But what about the bar, restaurant, or host that...
Sus Derechos Como Víctima de Accidente en Florida (Sin Importar Su Estatus Migratorio)
Para muchos inmigrantes indocumentados en Florida, el miedo a la deportación es constante. Cuando sufren un accidente, este miedo a menudo les impide buscar ayuda médica o legal. Las compañías de s...
Can I Sue If I Wasn't Wearing a Seatbelt in Florida?
If you were injured in a Florida car accident while not wearing your seatbelt, you might be wondering: Can I still pursue a claim? Will my lack of seatbelt use destroy my case? The answer is more n...
What Is My Florida Car Accident Claim Worth? Factors That Determine Settlement Value
One of the first questions most car accident victims ask is: "What is my case worth?" It's a natural question—you're facing mounting medical bills, you may be unable to work, and you need to know w...
Accidentes de Auto en Florida: Guía Completa para Hispanos
Sufrir un accidente de auto es una experiencia traumática, y puede ser aún más difícil si el inglés no es su primer idioma o si no está familiarizado con las leyes de Florida. Muchos hispanos en Mi...
Florida's Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine: Vehicle Owner Liability
If you lend your car to a friend and they cause an accident, who is responsible? In most states, the driver is liable. But Florida follows a unique legal rule called the 'Dangerous Instrumentality...
Spring Break Accidents in Florida: A Legal Guide for Students and Parents
Every year, thousands of students flock to Florida's beaches for Spring Break. While it's a time for fun, it's also a peak season for accidents. Alcohol, crowded roads, and unfamiliar areas create...
Uber Accident in Miami: Understanding Who Is Responsible
Uber has transformed how Miami residents get around. With the tap of a button, you can summon a ride from the airport, get home safely after a night out in South Beach, or avoid the hassle of parki...